Top 7 Sustainable, Eco-Friendly Greeting Cards
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How to Make Greeting Cards Sustainable
When done right, a card can leave a lasting impression. It really comes down to the thought you put in and your personalized message inside. The greeting card industry, however, creates a lot of paper and plastic waste. We can help to do our part by choosing cards made from sustainable materials, eco friendly papers, printed with eco-friendly inks (like algae ink) and an eco-friendly paper manufacturing process. (Bonus tip: If adhering the card to a gift, you can opt for paper tape or tie with a ribbon for an eco-friendlier option!) All of this sounds great, but actually finding cards that fit that bill can be time consuming - which is why I've curated this list just for you!
7 Best Eco-Friendly + Sustainable Greeting Cards
1. Vintage Flower truck Pop Up Card by Paper Love
Paper Love is our go to for unique greeting cards! The whole card pops out into the most beautiful display, this one for example pops out into a cute vintage truck with a bed full of beautiful flowers!
I also love to check out their new arrivals and holiday arrivals periodically - they never disappoint! The slight extra cost to opt for a Paper Culture card is well worth it if you ask me, the card is so unique and beautiful, it's truly a gift in itself!
They are great quality and made from sustainable materials. They are recycled, plastic free, recyclable and compostable, which all reduces their environmental impact!
Made from 100% recycled paper
Great price for the quality
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2. HIMALAYAN BAZAAR Lokta Paper Greeting Cards and Envelope Set
These greeting cards are made from fibers of the Lokta plant, which is a renewable resource. The Lokta plant grows in abundance in the Himalayan region, making it a sustainable choice! I also love the natural look of these cards.
They are versatile and can be used for any occasion! You can also print a sweet message on the front (for example, 'Sending Love' 'Happy Anniversary' 'Happiest Birthday') to make your very own custom notecards!
Handmade in Nepal
Plain and versatile
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3. 12 Pack All Occasion Notecards
This 12 pack of greeting cards is crafted from post-consumer recycled paper, and printed using 100% solar power, making it an eco-friendly option! The inks are also VOC free, which gets bonus points from me! The card stock is thick and high quality. They are a standard size card, measuring 4" x 6".
Made from 100% post-consumer recycled paper
VOC free inks
Printed using renewable energy
Made in the USA
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4. Recycled Paper Greetings 30-Count Funny Birthday Card Assortment with Envelopes, Seals, and Storage Box by Vicky Barone
This 30-pack of recycled greeting cards is a great value and the perfect addition to your card collection! These cards are great for many special occasions, and so cute and silly! I also appreciate the affordable prices of these cards!
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5. 24 Christmas Wildlife Eco-Friendly Recycled Christmas Cards with Envelopes
This set of recycled Christmas cards is so darling. They are made from recycled paper, and have adorable animals wearing Santa hats!
Recycled cards and envelopes
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6. 100% Recycled Thank You Cards with Envelopes
These thank you cards are both beautiful and crafted from 100% recycled materials. The cards come pre scored for crisp crease lines!
100% recycled
Made in the USA
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7. Twigs Paper Thank You Card Set - 12 Assorted Greeting Cards For All Occasions
These thank you cards are lovely! The colors are beautiful, and they are sustainable! They are made from 100% recycled materials and printed with non-toxic ink. The cardstock is thick, and the cards are pre scored for easy folding and straight, crisp lines!
100% recycled
Forest Stewardship Council certified paper
Non-toxic inks
Made in USA
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